World leaders plan next steps after Trump's new tariffs DW 04/03/2025
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The article discusses the international fallout following US President Donald Trump's announcement of new tariffs ranging from 10% to 49%. Countries, particularly from the EU, expressed dismay, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warning that the consequences would be dire for millions. Germany advocated for a unified EU response amid global stock market declines. Volkswagen announced plans to implement an 'import fee' on vehicles subject to tariffs and to pause rail shipments from Mexico, showing the immediate economic effects on the automotive industry.
The fallout from the tariffs, including a new 20% tariff on EU exports, "will be dire for millions of people," stated Ursula von der Leyen.
Volkswagen's introduction of an 'import fee' on cars affected by tariffs reflects the immediate commercial impact of Trump's tariff announcement.
Financial markets across the world have marked losses after the tariff announcement, indicating global economic unease.
Germany called for EU unity in response to the US tariffs, underscoring the geopolitical ramifications of Trump’s trade measures.
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